overhead

Example Sentences

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That’s because of the overhead caused by the encryption/decryption.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

ADW’s letter also cites high corporate overhead costs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

It brought me this vision of isolation under the overhead lighting and this disconnect and chasing of attention in modern relationships.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

"It's Gannon-Doak picking it up on the right-hand side of the box. Little step-over. In it comes. McTominay! Scott McTominay with the most outrageous overhead kick you will ever see!"

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

For a half second we just sat there blinking in the harsh light as the alarm continued to blare overhead, and then we sprang into action.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin